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The average extension cord isn't built to handle the kind of electrical load put out by large appliances, it has been warned.

Standard American outlets have at least two slots. The left slot is the neutral slot, and the right slot is the hot slot.

"Over time, extension cords can wear down, overheat, and become a fire hazard," says Joel Worthington, president of Mr. Electric. If you must continue using an extension cord in any given ...

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May is National Electrical Safety Month, and Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (“NIPSCO”) is committed to helping the public stay safe by sharing essential electrical safety tips and ...

incidents involving electrical equipment, such as extension cords, outlets and light bulbs, "result in more than 41,000 residential fires that claim about 350 lives and cause over 1,400 injuries." ...

The same goes for heavy-duty devices like fridges and microwaves. Using extension cords or power strips might be convenient in the moment, but it could end up putting your home in danger when the ...

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